Chapter 183: Upgraded Chestplate

Luke was well-prepared.

After upgrading the Hell Ape Gauntlet, he didn’t forget to cultivate Flame, so he wouldn’t fall behind when upgrading his armor.

He would repeat the same thing, that is, going to the volcano as a routine until all his armors are upgraded to Second Class.

It turned out that the upgrade cost for the Bluespine Centaur Chestplate was lower.

〖Second Class <Bluespine Centaur Chestplate> Blueprint: The mighty Bluespine Centaur is known for its tremendous vitality and unyielding body! This chestplate embodies its powerful physique and remarkable resilience. Once upgraded, it will unlock even greater potential. Upgrade this, and let your enemies feel the difference!〗

〖Cost: 175,000 Flame〗

Luke accepted it, and the translucent system sent a message of success, and he felt so much Flame leaving his soul at the same time.

〖Success! You have upgraded the Bluespine Centaur Chestplate from Third Class to Second Class!〗

〖Next use of this function: 23:59:59〗

When Luke checked the system, he was surprised to find that he had not just upgraded—he had evolved the armor.

This must be why the armor requires less Flame, because it is already close to the Fortitude of species evolution, unlike the Hell Ape Gauntlet.

Or is it that the Bluespine Centaur is weaker than the Hell Ape?

That’s another topic altogether; let’s discuss the strongest defensive beast and the strongest offensive monkey another day.

Who would win? It’s basically red versus blue.

However, after the upgrade, Luke might put his hopes on the Bluespine Centaur—now known as the Imperial River Centaur.

"Amigo, do you know why they are now called the Imperial River Centaurs?" Luke asked. "I must understand these beasts that I have the chance to revive."

Amigo summoned himself, transformed as the primitive slug, replied, "Yes. First of all, congratulations, but even if you don’t have an Imperial River Centaur, you possess the armor of the Imperial River Centaurs. They were the most powerful army of their era. Their sapphire spines are shaped like the Imperial River of the Pretorate era, and the Imperial River was a very magical and powerful river, from which their power originated."

〖Imperial River Centaur Chestplate〗

〖Tier: Ancient-grade〗

〖Effect: Grants the wearer defenses by 200,000%, Nascent of Tribulation Lightning, and the arrogance of the Imperial River Centaurs!〗

"So, now my defence has reached 200,000%, all my skills have evolved, I’ve gained new skills, and I even have the nascent of Tribulation Lightning?" Luke exclaimed. "Wow, it seems that with these upgrades, I’m slowly starting to grasp concepts of the world."

Primitive Slug Amigo stroked his non-existent chin and said: "I have to say, I’m definitely jealous. First, Karmic Fire, and now Tribulation Lightning, a lightning that can disrupt energy cycles and interfere with the activation and maintenance of enemy abilities. What a pity, Master. Even after evolving into such a cosmic-level being, I haven’t been able to impart any special concepts to you."

"What? You? You better shut up. Aren’t you the only being I know who can absorb Primordial Energy?" Luke said. "Once my soul reaches at least A-rank, I’ll be able to use Primordial Energy, and I have you to thank for that."

Luke patted the primitive slug’s head, brightening its day.

It was very happy to have a grateful and supportive master.

"Ah, help me," Tesla Troy cried for help when needed.

Luke was so immersed in his system that he ignored Troy.

However, it wasn’t his fault, because Troy hadn’t given him any assurance that he would join the fight soon. Now, Troy needed his help.

Luke hurried through the corridors in the dungeon as fast as he could, summoning his spear and piercing through some insignificant monsters that tried to hinder him, until he reached an enclosure.

There, he saw Troy lying on the ground, almost being devoured by a spider, while his jaguar was ensnared in an unbreakable web.

Troy’s mistake was putting pressure on the dungeon without support.

Each team has specific roles, and the lack of a support role to ensure the safety of the surroundings allowed Troy to be overwhelmed by monsters, especially a spider like this, powerful enough to be the boss of a Beta-grade dungeon.

The spider spat venom at Luke and summoned younger versions to attack him.

Luke simply activated "Anarchy," and everything except Troy and his jaguar Ryder was utterly destroyed, their souls scattering like shy passersby in front of a camera.

"Urggh," Troy groaned as he fell from the suspended position to the ground.

His jaguar also fell, whimpering.

Troy had to dismiss the jaguar to revitalise it in his soul space.

Quickly, Luke ran to Troy’s side and helped him up.

"Are you alright?" Luke asked.

Troy groaned as he lifted his bleeding leg, which was obviously a bad sign, but fortunately, Luke knew how to treat it, so he summoned the Olympian Serpent Bodyplate and effortlessly healed the wound, leaving Troy surprised.

Now, he thought that Luke was a jack-of-all-trades and also a master of all.

"If you had let me fight, maybe you wouldn’t have gotten so badly hurt," Luke said while helping Troy to his feet.

However, Troy is not the kind of person who listens when he makes mistakes.

"Yes, yes, you’re lucky. Now you can go fight, and I can recover."

Two minutes later, they walked out of that enclosed area.

Luke killed a total of 85 monsters with the Hell Ape Gauntlet.

After completing all these kills, he was very satisfied with the Second Class Hell Ape Gauntlet and was eager to test the next piece of armor, the Imperial River Centaur Chestplate—although it wasn’t the most aggressive armor.

Apart from the Energy Cannon, which has now evolved into a Plasma Cannon, the Imperial River Centaurs do not have any powerful offensive capabilities.

Amigo explained that they have melee weapons like spears, so that must be their specialty.

This means Luke will focus on the functions of this armor since it is an armor infused with the Aspect of Conquest.

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